Clonmacnoise is an ancient monastery that was founded back in 597 ad and went into decline around the 13th century, luckily before the reformation of the monasteries in the late 16th century. Its most well know for well preserved 10th century celtic crosses that have been moved inside to a specially built exhibition centre.Clonmacnoise was also visted by the late Pope John Paul II on his Irish tour in 1979.
2 comments:
You are so lucky. I have not been to Ireland yet. Great pictures as usual, thanks for sharing.
Kat
My favorite shot is undoubtedly the one through the window; what a perfect frame for such an amazing place. My jealousy reigns supreme once more...
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